Seven tips for leaving behind money in your Will

Inheritance can be a tricky issue. Leaving behind money for your loved ones can be a great way to ensure that they are taken care of after you are gone. However, there are several important things to consider when planning your inheritance. Here are our top seven tips: 

1. 1. Make a Will: The most important step in leaving behind a set amount of money is to make a Will. This ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes.
   2. Review your Will regularly: Your Will should be reviewed consistently to make certain that it reflects your current wishes and that it complies with local laws. 
   3. Consider creating a trust: Trusts can be a great way to protect your assets. A Trust is a written document providing that property be held by one (the “trustee”) for the benefit of another (the “beneficiary”). 
   4. Communicate with your loved ones: It is important to communicate with your loved ones about your plans. This will help to avoid confusion and disputes after you are gone.
   5. Consider tax implications: Your inheritance may be subject to taxes. It is important to consider this when making plans.
   6. Review your beneficiaries: Make sure that your current beneficiaries are up-to-date. Also be sure to name backup beneficiaries in case one of your primary beneficiaries predeceases you.
   7. Review your insurance policies: Make sure that your insurance policies are up-to-date and that they provide adequate coverage for your loved ones.

Leaving behind an inheritance for your loved ones is an important step in ensuring that they are taken care of after you are gone. However, there are several important things to consider when planning your inheritance, such as creating a Will, communicating with your loved ones, and consider the tax implications. Follow these tips to  ensure that your money is properly distributed. Do you need more tips? Checkout our Knowledge Centre for more information..